Georgia Tech DB Jaylen Mbakwe placed on stretcher, carted off after injury vs.
Georgia TechMbakwe was cutting in from his cornerback position to make a tackle on a run just at the hashmarks when he collided with a teammate’s hip. His head appeared to catch, leaving him face down on the grass.
The broadcast continued for a few moments before the crew realized the potential severity of the injury and went to commercial break. Luckily, after a few moments, there was positive moment.
The broadcast crew quietly described the situation on the call as viewers awaited the latest. “This is one of those situations you just really can’t prevent,” one broadcaster said.
You just hope the very, very best, obviously, for Jaylen Mbakwe. His left hand seems to be gripping the hand of one of the female trainers.
KEY POINTS
- Georgia Tech defensive back Jaylen Mbakwe was put on a stretcher and carted off after suffering a scary injury on a hit vs. Tennessee.
- A scary injury situation unfolded during the third quarter of a game between Georgia Tech and Tennessee , with defensive back Jaylen Mbakwe hitting the turf and staying there for several minutes.
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- When the television broadcast returned, Georgia Tech players had all come off the bench to surround Jaylen Mbakwe on the field.